About us
Welcome Hikers!
Our goal is to help you explore on foot the abundance of wonderful natural places Virginia has to offer. If you're a beginner, we'll make sure that you never hike alone (unless you want to!). We'll also teach you how to become an intrepid hiker capable of exploring wherever (the rugged Shenandoah National Park, for instance) and whenever (at night!). We're aided in our efforts to get out and explore by Great Outdoor Provision Co., which provides us space for clinics and meetings, and pays the fee for our Meetup site.
Membership Information:
Our leadership team consists of dedicated volunteers who work hard and give generously of their time so that we have a calendar full of fun events. As a Member, you can help show your appreciation by helping with the following:
Member Profile & Photo:
Name: Please refrain from using an alias – use your first name or first name and initial from last (i.e. Jane or Jane D).
Introduction: Write a line or two about yourself…
Picture: Please include a picture of yourself – not your dog, random landscape, group photo, etc… This is extremely helpful to event organizers who are trying to identify you. As a point of safety concerns – many hike leaders/event organizers will REQUIRE A PROFILE PHOTO FOR ATTENDANCE IN AN EVENT!!! Without an acceptable photo, you may find that you’re moved from attending an event to being waitlisted. If you have difficulty in uploading a photo, any event organizer will be happy to try to help you. If you have a personal reason for not wanting to post your photo, please include “No Photo” at the end of your Profile Introduction and be sure to communicate this to your event organizer(s).
Hike Ratings: You will find upcoming events posted on the Home Page as well as the calendar. Please read each event/hikes description to see if it’s a good fit for you. If you have any concerns about your ability to do a hike, please contact the Hikes Event Organizer. We want to the experience to be fun and safe for both you and your fellow hikers. If you are new to the group and/or new to hiking please review Hike Ratings - Hike Ratings.
Know your capabilities before you sign up for a hike. The ratings system was developed so you have a good idea what you’re signing up for. Hike Leaders may screen prospective hikers to make sure that each participant can finish the hike. Self-evaluation and screening are important because someone who can’t finish a hike puts himself in danger and ruins the enjoyment for all.
Code of Conduct: Members of GetHiking Charlottesville are required to show their organizers, hike leaders, sponsors and other members the utmost courtesy and respect. Disrespect or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated and you will be immediately removed and banned from the group. If you feel you’ve been a victim of such behavior please bring it to the Organizer’s/Co-Organizer’s attention.
GetHiking Charlottesville is NOT a dating MeetUp group. We promote being in the outdoors, friendships, fitness and fun. Do not assume because someone is single and in the group that they are waiting for you to sweep them off their feet. Chances are, they aren’t. There are plenty of other MeetUp groups and websites, that are meant specifically for dating. Please join one of those, if you’re looking for someone to date…As member of GetHiking Charlottesville you agree to Code of Conduct
Disclaimer:
GetHiking Charlottesville Organizers are not professional guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. By signing up for and/or attending our events, you acknowledge, understand, accept and agree that the activities we organize can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death.
GetHiking’s Charlottesville's Organizer, Co-Organizers, Event Organizers and Sponsors are not responsible for the safety of participants, members and guest. We will try our best to prevent accidents, but we are not responsible if something happens to you.
By joining GetHiking Charlottesville you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer - GetHiking's DisclaimerRSVP:
When you RSVP for an event, you take up one of the allotted spaces for that event. If you don't show up, you deny another member the opportunity to attend. The same applies to changing your RSVP from "yes" to "no" just before an event. Even if an event is not full, the organizer must often make arrangements based on the number of people that RSVP'd and sometimes make last minute adjustments based on the number that actually attend.
Please be respectful of both the person organizing the event as well as other members who would have enjoyed the opportunity to join in the fun but were denied that opportunity due to a no-show.
Only RSVP, if you plan to attend! If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please update your RSVP as soon as possible. Not showing up for an event results in a “No Show”. Three No Shows can lead to membership suspension and/or being dropped from events with a waitlist. It is each member’s responsibility to keep up with their RSVP’s… For more info see - RSVP and No Shows
Hiking With Dogs:
Dogs are allowed on hikes at the discretion of the Hike Leader and the policies/regulations of the trails and area being hiked. Rather than assume that your pup is welcome on a hike, please ask in the hike's comment section if this is a "dog friendly hike". Prior to bringing your dog, please review our - Dog Policy
Dogs must be kept on a short (max 6’, non-retractable) leash
Owners must pick up after their dogs
Owners must bring plenty of water for their dog
Dogs must be well behaved and capable of keeping up with the group
Despite all the necessary policy and guidelines, you will find that we’re a friendly and easy to get to know group. We hope you’ll get outside and join us on the trail soon!
Upcoming events
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Boars Head- Round Top trail (~5 miles | Moderate)
Boar's Head Sports Club Charlottesville, us, Charlottesville, VA, USJoin us for a Friday morning hike up Round Top in Heyward Community Forest.
This ~5-mile out-and-back is a moderate hike with about 600 feet of elevation gain, but what really makes this route special is everything along the way. We’ll move through peaceful, shaded forest, pass small ponds and wetland areas, and keep an eye out for wildlife—this area is great for birdwatching, and it’s not uncommon to spot herons, hawks, and even beavers (and maybe a raccoon if we’re lucky).This time of year especially, the trail is at its best. The trees and wildflowers are starting to bloom, the air smells incredible, and there’s a freshness to everything that makes the whole hike feel really grounding. Parts of the route open up to gentle, rolling hills as we pass along the golf course, which adds a nice change of scenery before we make our way up to the rocky summit.
The final stretch has a bit of a climb, but nothing too intense—just enough to get your heart rate up before being rewarded with beautiful views at the top.
Here's the AllTrails link here for anyone who wants a closer look.
After the hike, we’ll head to Selvedge Brewing (just a short distance away) if you’d like to grab a drink or a bite and hang out with the group.
Difficulty Rating:
Moderate, ~5 miles, ~600 ft elevation gain
Meeting Point:
Parking lot off Wellington Drive (Boar’s Head / Ednam area)
Directions:
From Hwy 250, turn into the entrance toward Ednam. Continue straight, then turn left onto Boar’s Head Pointe Road (you’ll see the Boar’s Head Inn on your right). Follow the road to Wellington Drive and turn right into the parking lot.
We’ll meet at the far (south) end of the lot near the pond.
What to Bring/Wear:
Water, snacks, sturdy hiking shoes, and hiking poles if you like having them on steeper sections
Post-Hike Hangout:
Selvedge Brewing
2415 Ivy Rd Ste 190, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Weather:
If plans change due to weather, we’ll update the event page.
Dog Policy:
Dogs are welcome (leashed).
RSVP:
If your plans change, please update your RSVP as soon as possible so others can join.19 attendees
Grelen Farms Trails-Dogs on Leash-Welcome!
The Market at Grelen, 15091 Yager Rd, Somerset, VA, USGrelen is special! If you have not visited, consider joining this hike! The hike will start and end at the Market at Grelen. We will hike about 4.3 miles along the perimeter of the Grelen Farm Trails – where we will pass a small pond and enjoy overlooking the farm. We may have a short walk in the woods, too, depending upon which trail we take back to the market. Celebrate and enjoy agriculture and beautiful, scenic open space in Virginia by visiting Grelen. We hope you can join us! https://www.themarketatgrelen.com/trails
Optional food/drink after hike at the indoor/outdoor tables at the Farm-to-Table Café at the Market. https://www.themarketatgrelen.com/cafe
Address: The Market at Grelen, 15091 Yager Road, Somerset, VA 22972
Parking/Meet Place: Enter the Market at Grelen Parking. Follow the signs toward the Market. Park in the Overflow and Event Parking on the left.
Time: 10:30 am. We will take a few minutes for introductions and “Trivia while Trekking" and then begin our walk.Weather: Lovely spring weather! The temp. forecast-70s at the start, warming to 80s. A steady rain cancels this activity. If there is a cancellation, attendees will be notified one hour prior to hike time.
Hike Preparation: Bring water! Hiking poles - at your discretion. They can be quite helpful ascending and descending rolling hills.
Hike Leaders: The hike co-leaders (Nancy-703-627-9237 and Ken-703-622-5431) typically drive a black Honda Pilot and wear baseball style hats and are accompanied by Milo, their hike-loving dog.Dog Policy: Dogs should be on a short (max 6', non-retractable) leash and owners need to pick up after their dog. Be sure to bring drinking water. Dogs need to be well-behaved and capable of keeping up with the pace of hikers.
RSVP Specifics: Sign up. Once signed up, if you decide not to attend, please update RSVP to No/Not Going, as soon as possible-at least 24 hours in advance, so others on the waitlist can join in. Same-day cancellations do not allow those on the waitlist to prepare for the hike.
Waitlist: If you are on the wait list and decide you do not wish to hike if a spot becomes available, respectfully update to Not Going 24 hours in advance of the hike so that others can have your waitlist spot.13 attendees
St. Mary's Wilderness Circuit Hike- 10.5 Miles-2,100' Elev Gain
Pro Re nata, 6135 Rockfish Gap Tpke, Crozet, VA, United States, 22932, crozet, VA, USStarting & Ending Point - Fork Mountain Overlook (Milepost 23.0)
Distance/Elev Gain/Rating - 10.5 Miles/2,100'/Mod Strenuous
Hike Map - Both the plan view and section view is posted in the pictures.
Hike Preview Video - Saint Mary's Wilderness Loop Trail, Virginia - 147 Reviews, Map _ AllTrails - Google Chrome 2026-03-22 17-12-48.mp4
Meeting Times - 8:30 am for carpooling from Pro Re Nata. 9:20 am for meeting at the trailhead.
Hike Details - This is a circuit hike from the Fork Mountain Overlook off of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The first 1.3 miles is a downhill first on the Mine Bank Creek Trail and a right on the Bald Mtn Overlook Trail. After an uphill of 1.3 miles we'll join the Bald Mountain Forest Road. We'll past the summit of Flint Mtn and after 3.0 miles we'll turn left on St. Mary's Trail. After 2.9 miles generally downhill we'll turn left on Mine Bank Creek Trail and have a steady uphill for the final 2.0 miles back to the parking area.
Conditions - This is going to be a spring hike with an elevation gain of 2,100'. Temps can vary greatly this time of year but heat could play a major factor in the level of exertion. Monitor the weather and properly dress for the weather conditions. Suggest layers of clothing and proper gear for variable weather conditions including a rain shower.
Suggestions On What To Bring - Broken in Hiking Boots, Trekking Poles, Lunch/Snacks, Adequate Water/Electrolytes, First Aid Kit, Good Day Pack, Money for Your Driver, Layers of Clothing
Carpooling - We will be car pooling from Pro Re Nata brewery. If folks want to carpool from Charlottesville to Pro Re Nata, please communicate with each other directly to work out a carpooling plan. Leave in time to be at Pro Re Nata by 8:30 AM.
Meeting At Trailhead - If you are going to meet at the trailhead, please let me know in advance and arrive at the trailhead by no later than 9:20 AM.
After Hike Option - Your favorite beverage & snack at Pro Re Nata or Blue Mountain Brewery
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